CONT.DOM.A ARG 581/1 Owner's manual

Brand: CONT.DOM.A

Model: ARG 581/1

Category: Fridges

Type: Owner's manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT

HOW TO USE THE LOW TEMPERATURE

COMPARTMENT

HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE LOW

TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT

HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

INSTALLATION

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

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BEFORE USING THE REFRIGERATOR

In order to maximise the performance of your

refrigerator, carefully read the user

instructions and the attached product sheet,

which provide useful food conservation tips

and a description of the appliance. Keep this

booklet for future reference.

• The product you have purchased is an automatic

refrigerator, or a refrigerator with a low

temperature compartment (see attached

product sheet), and is for domestic use only.

The refrigerator compartment defrosts

automatically and is used for the preservation of

fresh foods and drinks.

The low temperature

compartment, if featured, is used for the

conservation of deep-frozen and frozen foods

and for making ice-cubes; defrosting is manual.

1. After unpacking, check the refrigerator for

damage and make sure the doors close

properly. Any damage must be reported to the

retailer within 24 hrs of delivery.

2. Leave the appliance standing in a vertical

position for at least 2 hours before

connecting it to the power supply (to allow

the refrigerant circuit time to settle).

3. Make sure that the installation and electrical

connection are carried out by a qualified

technician in compliance with the

manufacturer’s instructions and local safety

regulations.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Packaging

The packaging material is 100% recyclable, as

confirmed by the recycling symbol. Follow local

regulations for waste disposal.

Keep potentially hazardous packaging (plastic bags,

polystyrene, etc.) out of the reach of children.

2. Product

The refrigerator has been manufactured using

recyclable materials. Follow local waste disposal

regulations when scrapping. Cut off the power

cable to prevent connection to the mains.

Dispose of the appliance at your local recycling

plant for refrigerant gases.

Information:

This appliance is free of CFC’s (refrigerant circuit

contains R134a) or free of HFC’s ( refrigerant circuit

contains R600a - Isobutane). For more details,

please refer to the rating plate on the appliance.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

• Only use the refrigerator compartment to

store fresh foods only and the low temperature

compartment to store deepfrozen foods and

making ice-cubes.

• Do not cover or close the air vents.

• Do not put glassware containers holding liquids in

the low temperature compartment since they

may explode.

• Do not eat ice-cubes or ice-lollies immediately

after taking them out of the low temperature

compartment, since they may cause cold-burns.

• To prevent the risk of trapping and suffocation,

do not allow children to play or hide inside the

refrigerator.

• Before cleaning or servicing the appliance,

always unplug it or switch off the mains

power supply.

• The power cable may only be replaced by

authorized personnel.

Declaration of conformity

• This appliance is designed to store food products

and complies with European Directive

89/109/EEC.

For appliances with Isobutane (R600a)

The refrigerant Isobutane is a natural gas of high

environmental compatibility but which is

inflammable. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that

the ducts of the refrigerant circuit do not get

damaged.

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HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT

This is an automatic refrigerator or refrigerator with

star low temperature compartment.

Refrigerator compartment defrosting is fully

automatic.

The refrigerator operates in an ambient temperature ranging

from +16°C to +32°C.

Switching on the refrigerator

Insert the plug in the mains socket. The thermostat allows

you to set the temperature inside the refrigerator

compartment without altering the conditions inside the low

temperature compartment.

Setting the temperature:

1. For correct operation and excellent storage results in

both compartments, set the thermostat between

positions 2 and 3.

2. To set the temperature inside the compartments, turn

the thermostat as follows:

•1-2 for a WARMER TEMPERATURE.

•3-4 for a COLDER TEMPERATURE.

Thermostat set to z: position: the appliance and lighting

switch off.

Note:

Ambient temperature, the frequency with which the doors

are opened and closed and the position of the appliance can

affect the temperature inside the two compartments. Adjust

the thermostat accordingly.

How to store food in the refrigerator

compartment

1. Store the food as shown in the adjacent illustration.

A Cooked food

B Fish and meat

C Fruit and vegetables

D Bottles

E Eggs

F Butter, cheese and other dairy products

Notes:

• Make sure the air circulates freely between the shelves

and the back wall of the refrigerator.

• Do not store food against the back wall of the

compartment.

• Store liquids in sealed containers.

• Vegetables with a high water content (e.g. lettuce) may

cause condensation to form in the bottom drawers and/

or on the middle shelves; this does not affect the correct

operation of the appliance. Nevertheless, it is advisable to

wrap vegetables before storing.

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HOW TO USE THE LOW TEMPERATURE

COMPARTMENT

HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE LOW

TEMPERATURE COMPARTMENT

If installed, the star low temperature

compartment may be used to store frozen products for

the time indicated on the packaging.

When purchasing deep-frozen foods, check the

following:

• That the packaging is intact, since the food may have

deteriorated. If the package bulges or is marked by damp

patches, the product has not been correctly stored and

may have partially thawed.

• Purchase deep-frozen foods last and use insulated bags for

transportation.

• Place items in the low temperature compartment as soon

as you get home.

• Consume partially thawed food within 24 hrs.

• Avoid temperature variations as much as possible. Observe

the “best before” date on the packaging.

• Observe the instructions for preserving deepfrozen foods

written on the packaging.

How to make ice-cubes

• Fill the ice-tray 3/4 full of water and place it in the bottom

of the low temperature compartment.

If the ice-tray sticks to the bottom, do not use pointed

or sharp instruments to detach it.

To maximise performance, defrost the low

temperature compartment at least twice a year, or

when the layer of ice on the walls reaches 3 mm

thickness.

Defrost the compartment when the contents are low.

1. Open the door and take out all food items, wrapping

them in newspaper and placing them together in a cool

place or in an insulated bag.

2. Unplug the appliance from the mains.

3. Leave the door open to allow the frost/ice on the

compartment walls to melt.

4. Remove the defrost water with a sponge.

5. Clean with a sponge soaked in a solution of lukewarm

water and neutral detergent. Do not use abrasive

substances.

6. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Note: to avoid causing irreparable damage, do not

use pointed or sharp metal instruments to scrape

off ice and do not artificially heat the low

temperature compartment.

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HOW TO CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

• Do not expose the appliance to heat sources,

direct sunlight, etc., since this will increase

energy consumption.

• Do not cover the vents or air outlets.

• When thawing food items, place them in the

refrigerator compartment to make use of the low

temperature.

• Keep the door open as little as possible.

• Do not put food in the refrigerator when still hot.

• Do not leave the low temperature compartment

door open.

Clean the refrigerator compartment regularly.

Refrigerator compartment defrosting is fully

automatic.

The formation of water droplets on the rear internal wall of

the refrigerator compartment indicates that the automatic

defrosting is underway. Defrost water is channelled to a

runoff and collected in a container, where it evaporates.

Clean the run-off channel regularly, using the supplied

instrument, in order to guarantee a continuous outflow of

defrost water.

Before cleaning, unplug the appliance from the mains.

• Use a sponge soaked in lukewarm water and/or neutral

detergent.

• Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive

materials.

• Clean the air vents regularly with a vacuum cleaner or a

brush.

• Clean the exterior with a soft cloth.

Prolonged disuse

1. Empty the refrigerator and low temperature

compartments.

2. Unplug the appliance from the mains.

3. Defrost the low temperature compartment, clean and

dry both compartments.

4. Leave the doors open to prevent the formation

unpleasant odours.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

1. The appliance does not work.

•Is there a power failure?

•Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?

•Is the double-pole switch on?

•Has the fuse blown?

•Is the thermostat set to z (Stop)?

2. Temperature inside the compartments is

not cold enough.

•Do the doors close properly?

•Is the appliance installed near a heat source?

•Is the thermostat correctly set?

•Is air circulation inhibited?

3. The temperature inside the refrigerator

compartment is too cold.

•Is the thermostat correctly set?

4. Water collects in the bottom of the

refrigerator compartment.

•Is the defrost water run-off clogged?

5. The internal light does not work.

First refer to point 1, and then:

•Unplug the appliance from the mains power

supply.

•Refer to the instructions and illustration on

the enclosed sheet to access the light-bulb.

•Check the bulb and replace if necessary.

(E14 type, 15W max).

6. Excessive formation of frost/ice in the low

temperature compartment.

•Is the low temperature compartment door

properly closed?

Notes:

• Gurgling or hissing noises inside the

refrigerating circuit are quite normal.

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

Before contacting our After-Sales Service:

1. Try to remedy the problem

(see “Troubleshooting guide”).

2. Restart the appliance to see if the fault repeats.

If the fault persists, switch off the appliance and

switch on again after an hour.

3. If the fault still persists, contact the After-Sale

Service and specify the following:

•the nature of the problem

•the model

•the service number (the number after

SERVICE on the rating plate located on the

side of the fruit and vegetable drawer)

•your full address

•your telephone number plus area code.

Note: changes to the door opening direction

carried out by our Customer Service are not

covered in the terms of the guarantee.

INSTALLATION

• Do not install the appliance near a heat source

(minimum distances: 30 cm from solid fuel or

gasoil stoves, 3 cm from electric ovens and hobs).

• Install the appliance in a dry and wellventilated

place.

• Do not cover the air vents.

• Clean the appliance interior (see relevant

chapters).

• Mount the accessories.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

• Electrical connections must be made in

accordance with local regulations.

• Voltage and absorption rates are indicated on the

rating plate.

• The appliance must be earthed as

prescribed by law. The manufacturer

declines all liability for personal injury or

damage to property or animals resulting

from failure to comply with the above

requirements.

• If the appliance plug and wall socket are

incompatible, the socket must be replaced by a

qualified electrician.

• Do not use extension leads or multiple adapters.

ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION

• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance

from the mains by removing the plug or by

disconnecting a two-pole circuit breaker.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

For Great Britain only

Warning - this appliance must be earthed

Fuse replacement

If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a

BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type

of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and

proceed as follows:

1. Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B).

2. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover.

3. Refit both into plug.

Important:

The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and

if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a

correct replacement is fitted.

Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or

the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug.

Replacement fuse covers are available from your local

electrical store.

For the Republic of Ireland only

The information given in respect of Great Britain will

frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also

used, the 2-pin, side earth type.

Socket outlet / plug (valid for both countries)

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet,

Please contact Whirlpool Service for further instruction.

Please do not attempt to change plug yourself. This

procedure needs to be carried out by a qualified Whirlpool

technician in compliance with the manufactures

instructions and current standard safety regulations.

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CONT.DOM.A ARG 581/1 Owner's manual

Brand: CONT.DOM.A

Model: ARG 581/1

Category: Fridges

Type: Owner's manual

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